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Lloyd J. Heinlein

Lloyd J. Heinlein, 94, of Thornton, formerly of Greeley, died Nov. 28, 2012, at Sunny Acres Nursing Home in Thornton. He was born Sept. 8, 1918, in Haydenville, Ohio, to Harry and Carrie (Allen) Heinlein. Lloyd married Betty Jean Childs on Dec. 11, 1942, in Springfield, Mo.

Lloyd was a member of the Army from May 1942–Nov. 11, 1945. After serving during World War II, Lloyd and Betty settled in Logan, Ohio, where they raised their family, and he ran the family-owned Heinlein Funeral Home. They retired in Greeley and spent much of their time traveling coast to coast in their recreational vehicle.

For more than 60 years, he loved his wife and missed her tremendously when she passed in 2002. He also loved his family and friends, but most of all he loved his Lord and Savior. Lloyd was a member of First Assembly of God Church of Greeley. Since the time Lloyd was saved as a very young man, he worked tirelessly for and expressed his love for the church. After 9/11, when he was in his 80s, he expressed his love for God’s creations by walking every street in Greeley, stopping at each school, church and public building to pray for God’s protection.

Lloyd constantly helped others in need and tried to brighten as many lives as possible. He will be missed by many, but is now in a far better place.

Frances M. Maciel

Frances M. Maciel, 88, of Fort Collins, passed away Nov. 29, 2012, at Poudre Valley Hospital. She was born in Wagon Mound, N.M., on July 4, 1924, to Henry Pacheco and Maria Roybal.

She attended schools in New Mexico, Montana and Colorado. She married Pete Maciel on Aug. 25, 1943.

Frances worked various jobs throughout her life, but was proud to work with her kids picking beans or cherries. Final employment before retirement was cleaning homes for individuals, who became friends instead of clients.

She is survived by her daughter, Veronica “Ronnie” Maciel; and son, Robert “Butch” Maciel; grandchildren, Jackie Mollendor (Dave) and Emily Maciel. She felt very blessed to have five great-grandchildren.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Pete; sons, Joseph, Pete Jr. and Nolan.

Frances loved traveling with family and friends, gambling, but never forgetting to have her Fourth of July birthday bash for relatives and friends.

She was affectionately known as “mom.” Visiting her always ended with words of wisdom, “Have fun and don’t get into trouble” as she pointed her finger at you to make sure she had your undivided attention.

Our thanks to the medical community and Spring Creek Health Care Center for their care and support of our mother. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be donated to Boy’s Town in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel, 121 W. Olive St., Fort Collins, CO 80524. Friends may send condolences to the family at bohlenderfuneralchapel.com.

A Rosary is scheduled at 9:30 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Life Mass at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012, at Holy Family Catholic Church.

The oldest child of Julius and Jennie (Carlson) Hendrickson, she was born July 11, 1914, in Brighton, Colo. A lifelong resident of Weld County, she attended Lone Tree School and graduated from Eaton High School in 1932. As the oldest of six children, she was the only one to have her picture professionally taken; it now hangs in the bedroom of the “Swedish Stuga” at Centennial Village. She graciously donated the picture when the Swedish Heritage Society of Northern Colorado was furnishing the Stuga to give visitors to the Village an idea of how a typical home of Swedish immigrants might have been furnished.

Following her graduation from high school, she attended Greeley Commercial College and was then employed at the Weld County Courthouse for two years. She also worked for Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. as a secretary.

Mrs. Peterson married Milford Peterson on Jan. 12, 1939, in Eaton at the home of her parents. They welcomed their daughter, Sherrill, into their hearts and home on Nov. 7, 1941. The Petersons had been married for 57 years at the time of Milford’s death in 1996; their daughter passed away in 1977.

Following her marriage, she devoted her life to her husband and her daughter. She was also an Avon representative for 16 years in the Gill area. The Petersons were members of First Evangelical Free Church (now Christ Community) and later, shortly after its inception, became members of Mountain View Evangelical Free Church. Mrs. Peterson was active in women’s ministry and was given to hospitality, often inviting friends and family into her home. She was an avid reader, enjoyed doing word searches and watching Colorado Rockies baseball. Everyone who knew her was aware of her fondness for pink and mauve, whether it was in her choice of clothing or décor in her home.

Mrs. Peterson is survived by her brother, Carl Hendrickson and wife, Lorraine, of Greeley; and her sister, Eileen Osborn, of Highlands Ranch; as well as her nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Milford; daughter, Sherrill; her parents; and three siblings.

Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m., on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, at the Allnutt Macy Chapel. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, 2012, at Mountain View Evangelical Free Church. Private family burial will be at Linn Grove Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be made to the Mountain View Missions Fund in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Family and friends may view the online obituary, sign the guest book and send condolences at www.allnutt.com.

Jack L. Roberts

Nov. 10, 1921–Dec. 3, 2012

Age: 91

Residence: Greeley

Jack L. Roberts, 91, of Greeley, passed away Dec. 3, 2012, in Hospice of Northern Colorado. He was born Nov. 10, 1921, on the family farm in Kersey, to Walter L. Roberts and Evie May (Zupke) Roberts.

He attended the Ernst Horn (College High) school through seventh grade, at which time his family relocated to California. He graduated from University High in Los Angeles.

In 1941, he married Cora Guinard, resulting in 10 children.

Jack served in World War II, 1942-45, and was trained as a paratrooper, 13th Parachute Battalion. He served in northern France, the Ardennes and the Rhineland. He participated in the famous Red Ball Express.

Jack returned to California, and remained until his divorce, and then he returned to Greeley. On Nov. 30, 1984, he married Vera E. Benson, his friend and companion. Jack will be missed by family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his son, Jackie; brother, Ellis; and his parents.

Private services will be held.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors or the charity of your choice, in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Family and friends may view the online obituary, sign the guest book, and send condolences at www.allnutt.com.

Eva Faye York

Jan. 13, 1920-Dec. 2, 2012

Age: 92

Residence: Johnstown

Eva Faye Parker York, 92, went home to the Lord on Dec. 2, 2012. She was born to Ardie and Cora Parker on Jan. 13, 1920, in Milliken, Colo., where she grew up and lived most of her life. She had the pleasure of being named Milliken’s Honored Citizen by the Milliken Historical Society this past Nov. 1, 2012.

Faye grew up in Milliken and graduated from Milliken High School, where she he enjoyed being named the school’s first prom queen. When Faye was 16, she asked the Lord Jesus Christ into her heart and from that moment forward walked with her Savior and helped others know the Lord, not only by her actions and lifestyle, but by being active in the church where she played the piano and taught Sunday school. She was a prayer warrior, and not a morning passed without reading her Bible. Faye was also active in Women’s Club and loved to write poetry.

Faye married Richard York of Milliken on June 24, 1939, and they were blessed with three children, Larry, Janet and Darrell. Faye and Richard lived in Wyo., where he worked for the railroad and then moved back to the Milliken area where they farmed for 10 years, raising their children; and living in town for 10 years, while Richard was in the trucking business until his passing in 1976. At that time, Faye moved in with her daughter, Janet and her family.

During her lifetime, Faye worked for the post office and was the Milliken town clerk. She was a wonderful homemaker and baby sat every one of her grandchildren, Debbie, Scott, Jim, Julie, Jacque, Ashlee, Richard and Brian; her great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. She was famous for her storytelling–most notably her “Joey” stories.

Faye’s walk with the Lord and her unconditional love for family and friends, became her legacy and shall live on in perpetuity.

Faye was greeted in Heaven by her husband, Richard; her grandson, Scott; her great-granddaughter, Ellen; her parents; and all of her siblings. She was well loved and will be greatly missed and very fondly remembered. We so love you and thank you for your inspiration, your grace and beauty.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Northern Colorado in care of Adamson Funeral & Cremation Services, 2000 47th Ave., Greeley, CO 80634. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.adamsonchapels.com.